Real income in Singapore grew 4.3% this year, higher than last year’s 3.2%, indicating a steady labor market despite increasing external uncertainties.
Government to provide one-time property tax rebate of up to 15% for owner-occupied homes in 2026
Owner-occupiers living in three-room and larger HDB flats will see an average monthly property tax increase of S$2 to S$3, after the rebate, while one- and two-room HDB owner-occupiers will continue ...
Singapore Cement Industry Report 2025: Portland, Blended, Specialty, and Green Cement Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 80+ Market Segments 2020-2029
Singapore's cement market offers opportunities in sustainable construction and digital innovation driven by government policies on green infrastructure. Demand remains stable from public sector ...
Singapore named top container port under new global benchmark
SINGAPORE – Singapore has been ranked the world’s leading container port under a new benchmark published by classification society DNV and business consultancy firm Menon Economics. The Republic was ...
One-off property tax rebate for all owner-occupied residential properties in 2026
All owner-occupied residential properties will receive a one-off property tax rebate in 2026, said the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (Iras) on Friday (Nov 28) ...
4 Nabbed as Singapore Customs Uncovers 3,100 Cartons of Illegal Cigarettes, Seizes 3 Vehicles
The authorities said that the evasion of duty and goods and services tax for the seized items is estimated at S$335,785.
Singapore ranked world’s best for attracting and retaining talent
SINGAPORE: Singapore has been ranked the world’s most attractive place to develop, attract and retain talent, topping the Global Talent Competitiveness Index for the first time. The annual ranking, ...
More companies in Singapore set to freeze wages as economic outlook worsens: SBF survey
More companies in Singapore are set to freeze wages over the next year amid growing pessimism about the economy, according to a Singapore Business Federation (SBF) survey released on Thursday (Nov 27) ...
Singapore firms call for cost relief, manpower support in Budget 2026: SBF survey
Manpower costs, uncertainty in external demand, and rental costs are weighing down businesses Read more at The Business Times.
Clarifying the Classification of Foreign Entities for Singapore Income Tax Purposes
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has released a guidance on the classification of foreign entities for Singapore income tax ...
Singapore tops global ranking for growing, attracting and retaining talent
Singapore ranks first in the Global Talent Competitiveness Index 2025, excelling in attracting, growing, and retaining talent globally. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore stocks track Wall Street gains; STI up 0.4%
Singapore stocks close higher, tracking Wall Street gains and positive regional indexes, with the STI up 0.4%. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore overtakes Switzerland in global talent ranking, fueled by AI readiness, as U.S. slips to 9th spot
Singapore tops the 2025 Global Talent Competitiveness Index, bolstered by its robust education systems, sound governance and innovation-ready workforce.
Expert guidance, business insights, wide network: How companies can navigate new markets more easily
Expansion overseas may seem a bold move but the Singapore Business Federation helps home-grown companies find their footing amid complex laws, local practices and shifting customer demands Read more ...
Singapore stocks fall, bucking regional gains; STI down 0.2%
Singapore stocks ended lower, with the STI down 0.2%, as Asian markets tracked US gains amid Federal Reserve dovish signals. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
After decades abroad, KinderWorld eyes Singapore-JB corridor for next phase of growth
Its plans include building a five-campus network for older children in Singapore Read more at The Business Times.